kskid/DNickolaus- Thanks for the advice on feeding, going to start and see what happens.

1) Home water quality test again and see where the pond stands
Secchi- 18"
pH- 8.4 (max)
Alkalinity (KH)- 300 ppm
Hardness (GH)- 300 ppm


2) Send out a water sample and have it professionally tested
Sent to TAMU today

3) Fish with live minnows for one more day to ensure I am clear
Caught nothing all day, left the poles in the water overnight, minnows were still alive in the morning.

4) If everything is good, purchase another round of FHM and proceed with original stocking plan
Going to wait for the TAMU report then stock more FHM and RES.

Thanks to all for the advice and words of wisdom, it was/is extremely helpful.